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Kaaskop Blond

Moersleutel Craft Brewery
Netherlands·Blonde Ale
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Citrus leads this blond ale, with a light fruitiness and a subtle spiciness at 4.8% ABV. Moersleutel brewed it for the kaaskoppen of Alkmaar: the nickname is thought to go back to Napoleonic times, when Dutch farmers wore wooden cheese barrels as helmets, and it stuck to the town's residents through its historic cheese markets.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber10
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfruityclean
citrusy
fruity
clean
spicy
malty
Aroma
Citrus dominates the nose, with clean, bright notes of lemon and orange zest leading the way.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kaaskop Blond

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting hue. The head forms quickly and maintains good retention, with fine carbonation visible throughout. Lacing clings delicately to the glass as the beer is consumed.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Citrus dominates the nose, with clean, bright notes of lemon and orange zest leading the way. Beneath lies a gentle, fruity undercurrent with a subtle spice that adds complexity without overwhelming. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with a light malty foundation supporting the aromatic profile.

citrus zestlight fruitsubtle spiceclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced citrus character that carries through cleanly. Mid-palate reveals a pleasant fruitiness balanced by restrained malt sweetness, while a delicate spicy note provides gentle complexity. Bitterness remains low and refined, allowing the fruity and citric elements to shine without assertiveness.

citrus forwardcrisplight malt sweetnesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, fading smoothly without lingering harshness. A light citric note persists gently into the aftertaste, leaving the palate crisp and ready for the next sip.

clean finishrefreshinglight citric fade
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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